Lorenzo Nicolini Portfolio ( OUTDATED )

LORENZO NICOLINI

PORTFOLIO

selected works | 2015 - 2016

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lnicolin@uwaterloo.ca Canada: (647) 960-7451 3 Wallace Ave Palgrave, Ontario

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ABOUT ME: To me, the most valuable thing in this world is happiness. It is the thing my character is based on, and created to share. I believe that when people are happy, they are their best selves, and can overcome any challenge. Because of this, I try to lead by example, and show this in the way I am. It doesn’t matter what task or challenge befronts me as I know by loving what I do, and keeping a positive attitude; I will produce my best work.

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ael’s Catholic Secondary School, Bolton, ON

InDesign | Photoshop | Illustrator | Rhino 3D

Graduated With Honours | 2011 - 2015

Maxwell Studio | AutoCAD | Microsoft Office

uated with Honors. During my study period at this institution oyed taking the technological design stream offered which me a glimpse into the processes of design, and how to work ely rather than the linear way of working I was accustomed to.

Hand Drafting and Modelling | Laser Cutting Grasshopper

ity of Waterloo School of Architecture, dge, ON

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Completed First Year With Honours | 2015 - 2016 te for Honours Bachelor of Architectural Studies | 2015 Present

finishing my fir st year with honours, I not only developed the , and techniques involved with the profession through hand ng, but towards the end of that year, I also familiarized myself he same techniques digitally. In the three terms completed, oyed part taking in three different studios each highlighting rtance in iterative design work, and good design.

Spanish | Native English | Fluent French | Basics

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of Peel & Toronto Region Conservation y, Bolton Camp Project

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June 2016 - August 2016

his position I aided in the restoration of an abandon pagoda , within a site that was left untouched do to the fact it is in od plain. On site, I developed the concept in which my team d achieve in our restoration, and also designed and developed e elements we would be adding to the original structure.

Soccer | Baseball | Travelling | Camping

PETITIONS:

ructures Education Foundation Design ition Participated | SUSPEND 2016

References upon Request

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re: Lorenzo Nicolini September 27, 2016

I am writing to support Lorenzo Nicolini and his ambitions to contribute to, and learn from your team.

Lorenzo Nicolini was previously my student at the University of Waterloo School of Architecture. As his professor, I have had the pleasure of observing Lorenzo’s investment in my courses. I taught Lorenzo over three terms, and can attest to his knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm of the subject matter, in addition to his growing technical skill set. Lorenzo has exhibited a keen commitment to learning, is motivated, organized, punctual, and hard working.

Lorenzo is ambitious, takes initiative, and constantly strives to improve. He consistently challenged his existing skill set in order to develop as a student. Lorenzo is also a pleasure to work with, and collaborates well with fellow students. As an individual, he is exceedingly kind and earnest, and displays undeniable leadership qualities.

I recommend Lorenzo without reservation; as a student who is early in his architectural education, he has already exhibited promise, and has delivered reliable results. He would be an enthusiastic, conscientious, and capable addition to your team.

If you have any questions regarding this recommendation, please do not hesitate to contact me for further discussion.

Sincerely,

Fiona Lim Tung, BA (Hons) M.Arch LEED AP flimtung@uwaterloo.ca

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CONTENTS selected works | 2015 - 2016

Oasis

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Suspended Gardens

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Pod Library

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Intervention: Modularity

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OASIS

Collaborators: Matthew Dlugosz

“Oasis� is an off-grid research station in northern Laos. It is designed as a net-zero energy building that uses vernacular building techniques, photovoltaics, rain water collection and natural ventilation to provide inhabitants with a manageable interior temperature, and produce the energy necessary for operation. The building nestles itself within the forest, and is oriented to allow for maximum ventilation all year round; including the monsoon season, where the windows can be oriented to still draw in air. The building is organized to maximize work, and live space through a single partition that still allows for the radiant heat generated by the mechanical systems to aid in the heating required. The structure, and enclosure is built out of locally sourced materials, and allows for a lightweight post and beam building.

OASIS SECTION STUDY

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OASIS FLOOR PLAN

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OASIS AXONOMETRIC

Structural Elements

Glulam Roof Framing

Glulam Floor Framing

Glulam Exposed Post and Footing

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Finishing Elements

Corregated Metal Roof

Bamboo Cieling

Bamboo Exterior Finish

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OASIS INTERIOR RENDER

SUSPENDED GARDENS Collaborators: Charlotte Damus

This tourist attraction bridging between New York’s Manhatten and Brooklyn blends the element of the bridge and park to provide the unique experience of being able to walk across the East River, and enjoy the skyline without the disruption created by vehicular traffic.

“THE SUSPENDED GARDEN” houses a restaurant, lounge, and observation deck on both sides of the river, and offers a 320m walking path surrounded by greenery. This competition entry was an attempt to establish a steel structure that allows for the city park to become isolated away from the urban noise, and allow it to become a secluded environment within the dense city fabric whilst providing a shared public realm between two cities.

SUSPENDED GARDENS FLOOR PLANS

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SUSPENDED GARDENS SECTION A

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SUSPENDED GARDENS SECTION B & C

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decorative steel I-beam concrete Slab rebar corrugated decking subfloor wood ceiling mullions triple-pane glazing steel column

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concrete slab rebar corrugated decking steel girder steel I-beam steel joist bolts steel plates subfloor wood ceiling mullions triple-pane glazing steel column

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concrete slab rebar corrugated decking steel girder steel I-beam steel joist bolts steel plates

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steel members steel plates bolts

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SUSPENDED GARDENS DETAILED SECTION

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SUSPENDED GARDENS INTERIOR RENDER

POD LIBRARY

The “POD LIBRARY” uses circulation, and program to blur the contrast between private and public spaces. T and the public an escape from Liberty Village’s industrial appearance, and density. The “POD LIBRARY” uses the rigorous pod system that reveals the entrances, and exterior circulation path allows for the “POD LIBRAR

The use of pods allows for the unique creation of personal space within the public building to offer visitors, s mass, natural light, and colour in order to strengthen its program tectonically and visually. This along with RY� to be an easily understood building from the exterior, and interior.

POD LIBRARY PERSPECTIVE SECTIONS

POD LIBRARY PERSPECTIVE SECTION

POD LIBRARY SITE PLAN

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administration public multi-purpose

POD LIBRARY GROUND FLOOR PLAN

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multi-person print single-person print

administration public multi-purpose

POD LIBRARY SECOND FLOOR PLAN

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multi-person media single-person media

multi-person print single-person print

POD LIBRARY THIRD FLOOR PLAN

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INTERVENTION: MODULA

Collaborators: Logan Carragher, Jordan D’Ascenzo, Jacob Drun

Located within the site of the Glenmore Ga this proposal consist of a do-it-yourself kit for the exterior pavilions. It strives to create communal sp social growth of this crime-ridden Brooklyn neighb exterior installation kits are comprised of modular connections, parts chosen for their modest price t of purchase and replacement from any given hard The kits themselves encourage the autonomy of i of assembly according to the chosen site and use propose two designs nonetheless: a pavilion for in gatherings, and a play structure to cater to the ma families in the neighborhood. These kits are mean pop-up installations in the many vacant green spa neighborhood, to develop ties within the commun

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PLAY PERSPECTIVES

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MODULARITY MATRIX The programs that outline the construction of our green space intervention are play, share, and sell. Each organization was designed around a grid constraints in order to be modular in its program organization, orientation, and size. Each design shares the same members, joints and construction constraints but have different programmatic elements which alter its organization. Play uses two variations of mesh, a slide, and four swings to allow for space that can be crawled throughout, slid down, and swung on. Share uses a fabric and furniture that reflects its construction in order to create a space that allows for the sharing of food, music, and culture. Finally, sell just uses a smaller variation of the fabric found within share in order to create a space that allows for users to set up an area to sell produce or other products.

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THANK YOU LORENZO NICOLINI lorenzo_c_nicolini@hotmail.com